Tuesday, December 1, 2009

22.11.09-Blessing of Prayer Room Santa Maria della Strada

The prayer oratory named Santa Maria della Strada or Lady of the Way was blessed on Sunday, 22.11.09 which was also the feast of the Solemnity of Christ the King. The celebration was held at 3.00pm.

Earlier at 10.00am, the launch of the 1,000 hr Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament began with the 10.00am to 11.00am hour slot being attended by members of the Golden Jubilee Celebration Committee.

Our Padre, Rev. Fr. Simon Yong SJ, during the blessing ceremony informed all present the name was chosen as it was among the favorite of the Jesuit founder St. Ignatius of Loyola.

A tea reception was held after the ceremony, thanks to the efforts of the Sunday Fellowship team.

Photos of the Blessing of the Oratory can be accessed at http://www.xoopit.com/s/20tz2p2nc513fgl76oxw